Money to grant to the right applicant

An Oconee County group has money to grant to the right applicant.  The county Arts and Historical Commission has $28,795 for projects and grant awards to cover the fiscal year 2016.  Eligible applicants must be non-profit organizations or be a government entity.  The commissioners are looking for projects that positively impact the arts, historical or cultural climate in Oconee County.  Examples are festivals, museum projects, historical markers, history promotion, and art in public spaces.  For more information, contact the Oconee Parks, Recreation and Tourism office at 888-1488.